1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | 3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
