1986 Italdesign Machimoto vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mazda |
| Model | Machimoto | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
