2004 Kia Visto vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 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, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Visto | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
