1979 Toyota Century vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 653 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Century 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 1979 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Century | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Century | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |
