1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 318 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Austin 1800 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
