1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 483 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 616 | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | GTI |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |