1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | RIO |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
