1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 450 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2537 mm |