2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
