1966 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Sport 800 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Sport 800 | 6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |