1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
