1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 228 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
