1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1970 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1970 Mazda 110 S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1970 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
