1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 564 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 616 | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2616 mm |