1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1974 Mazda 616 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1974 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 124 | 616 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |