1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 263 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, 2004 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 616 | Focus |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |