2007 Kia Rio vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 192 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| 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 | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
