2000 Kia Rio vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio.
Because 1970 Opel Ascona 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 1970 Opel Ascona. 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
