1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 850 | 616 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |