2005 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Audi A4 (230 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
