1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1971 Mazda 110 S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
