2009 Kia Rio vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 41 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 563 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
