1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
