1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 691 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 1000 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Mazda | Pagani |
Model | 1000 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2785 mm |