1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 12 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 270 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
