1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Noble M12 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 1000 | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Noble |
| Model | 1000 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
