1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 29 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 575 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
