1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 969 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 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 1000 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
