2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 209 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
