1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 37 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 43 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
