2002 Kia Rio vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. 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 Riley 4 (120 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1967 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Rio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
