1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 506 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Firebird | Rio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |