2007 Kia Rio vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 292 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
