2009 Kia Rio vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 264 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |