2002 Kia Rio vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Kia | Trabant |
| Model | Rio | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
