2005 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 184 kg more than 1978 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 (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 912 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
