1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1996 Zagato Raptor 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Zagato Raptor weights approximately 440 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 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Mazda | Zagato |
| Model | 616 | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
