1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
