1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1969 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1969 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | 1000 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |