1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 131 | 616 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |