1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 238 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Rio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
