1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 620 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 616 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
