1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 37 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 815 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | 616 | Croma |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |