2008 Kia Rio vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 173 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
