2009 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
