1999 Kia Rio vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |