2005 Kia Rio vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
