1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Mazda 616 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
