1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 78 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Carina | Rio |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |