1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 36 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 356 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
