2001 Kia Rio vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
