1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 35 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 199 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, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Polo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |