2000 Kia Rio vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Rio weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
