1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 35 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 662 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
