2001 Kia Visto vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Visto | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
