1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 695 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | 616 | Croma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |