1960 Ford Popular vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Popular weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000.
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:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Popular | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
