2001 Kia Rio vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Rio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
