2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
