2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Palio II (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
