2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
