1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1972 Mazda 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 1000 | 1971 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |