1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 30 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 616 | i20 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2525 mm |