2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 84 kg more than 1976 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 Ford Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
