1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 413 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 616 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
