2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 730 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
