1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford GT 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 70 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
