1999 Kia Rio vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 365 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2140 mm |
