1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 33 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1330 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.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 1000 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
