2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
