2000 Kia Rio vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P6 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 1964 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1964 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1964 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Rio | P6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
