1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 29 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 616 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 616 | Mint |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
