1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
