1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Consorte | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
