2000 Kia Rio vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Rio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. 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, 1970 Toyota Carina (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |