1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 334 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Brougham 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 1969 Holden Brougham. 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Brougham | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Brougham | Rio |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |