1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Mangusta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
