2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 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 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
