1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 30 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
