1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 237 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 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Rio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
