1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 575 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
