1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 30 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), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 600 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
