1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 33 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 139 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
