2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Beaulieu | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
