1973 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Rio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
