1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 26 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 388 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |