1974 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Touring | Rio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
