1999 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1999 Kia Rio and 1999 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1999 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 323 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |