2005 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 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 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
