1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Metro | 616 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |