1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 48 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
