2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 440 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 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 |
