1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 124 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
