2009 Kia Rio vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 698 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda 818 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 1971 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1971 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
