1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1970 Mazda 616 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 616 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. 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 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 616 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
