1978 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 157 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |