1999 Mazda 323 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 323 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
