1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 460 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
