1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 28 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 20 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, 2000 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 1000 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1810 mm |
