1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1971 Mazda 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 832 kg more than 1971 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Indy | 1000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 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 | 1542 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |