2006 Kia Rio vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
