1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 36 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1920 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | A |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
