1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Almera weights approximately 242 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
