1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corona | Rio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2499 mm |
