1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 29 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 2 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
