2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 23 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
