2005 Kia Rio vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 198 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Rio | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
