1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 1968 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
