1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 941 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
