1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | 616 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
