2009 Audi A5 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 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 A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A5 | 616 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |