2008 Kia Rio vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 97 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
