2000 Kia Rio vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |