1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 622 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 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | GTO | Rio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |