1999 Kia Rio vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
