1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 78 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
