1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 585 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
