2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Pregio | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
