2007 Kia K2700 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | K2700 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| 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 | 175 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
