2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 255 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 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
