1952 Maserati A6G vs. 1981 Mazda 626
To start off, 1981 Mazda 626 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Maserati A6G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Maserati A6G would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Maserati A6G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 626 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1952 Maserati A6G.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1981 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1952 Maserati A6G has manual transmission. 1952 Maserati A6G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Maserati A6G | 1981 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | A6G | 626 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1045 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |