2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 616 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Superlight R | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
