2009 Kia Rio vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 638 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |