1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 1000 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 1972 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 1000 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Celica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |