2000 Kia Rio vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 251 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 1968 Opel Commodore 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 1968 Opel Commodore. 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
