1956 Chrysler C vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 968 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | C | 616 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
