2008 Kia Rio vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 203 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Because 1972 Toyota Carina 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 1972 Toyota Carina. 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, 1972 Toyota Carina (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |