1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
