2002 Kia Rio vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 11 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
