1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 33 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 320 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 616 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
