2005 Kia Rio vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |