1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
