1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 500 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mazda 616 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 616 Avensis
Year Released 1972 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 204 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2710 mm