2008 Kia Rio vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2008 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Rio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
