2007 Kia Rio vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 86 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rio (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
