2009 Kia Rio vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 1969 Riley 4. 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, 1969 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Rio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
