2001 Kia Rio vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Rio weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
