1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Carina | RIO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
