1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
