1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 3-Litre | Rio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
