1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 308 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, 2011 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
