1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (130 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
