1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo

To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Mazda 616 2000 MCC ForTwo
Make Mazda MCC
Model 616 ForTwo
Year Released 1978 2000
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1586 cc 597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 912 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 1810 mm


 

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