1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 33 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Luce | Rio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
