1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
