2002 Kia Rio vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Rio | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3130 mm |
