1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Comodoro | Rio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
