2007 Kia Rio vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 209 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
