2009 Kia Rio vs. 1975 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 348 kg more than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1975 Nissan 260 ZX 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 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. 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, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1975 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
