1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 35 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 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 345 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 1974 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 1974 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Agila, 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, 2009 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
