2002 Kia Visto vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto, 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Visto | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Visto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
