1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 616 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | 616 | Panda |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |