1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 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, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Mazda | Studebaker |
| Model | 616 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
