2001 Ford EX vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 29 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 270 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | EX | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
