1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 183 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | A |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
