1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 616 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
