1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 616 | 504D |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
