2001 Kia Rio vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |