1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 163 kg more than 1972 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 Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 616 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2499 mm |
