1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 523 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 616 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
