1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 282 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1968 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Crown | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Crown | Rio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |