1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 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, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 23 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
