1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 26 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 430 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
