1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion tC weights approximately 478 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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 616 | 2012 Scion tC | |
Make | Mazda | Scion |
Model | 616 | tC |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |