1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 29 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, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 388 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, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 616 | Prius |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |