1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 43 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 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 616 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70.9 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 | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
