1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 37 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 365 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
