2009 Kia Rio vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 253 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
