1976 Mazda 616 vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
