1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 486 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 616 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
