1982 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1982 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 20 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Civic | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 616 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |