1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 692 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 616 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
