2007 Kia Rio vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 443 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mazda 1000 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 1970 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
