1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1397 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
