1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 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, 2002 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 616 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
