2007 Kia Rio vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |