1990 BMW 316 vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 110 S (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
