1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Zeta | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
