2009 Kia Rio vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 693 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
