2005 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 820 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
