1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 88 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 616 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
