1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1978 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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 616 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
