2009 Kia Rio vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 304 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (116 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
