1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | 616 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
