1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 616 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
