2004 Kia Retona vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2200 mm |
