1972 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Celica | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Rio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
