1945 Austin 16 vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
