1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 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, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 616 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
