1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1125 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 1000 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2912 mm |
