1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Fiat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 127 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 127 | 616 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |