1955 Maserati 150S vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1972 Mazda 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 150S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 150S would be higher. At 1,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Maserati 150S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Maserati 150S (138 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Maserati 150S should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Maserati 150S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Maserati 150S | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 150S | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1484 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2270 mm |
