1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 736 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mexico | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Mexico | 1000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4135 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |