1999 Kia Rio vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
