2006 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
