1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 1995 Proton Persona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 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 5 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Persona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1995 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 616 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
