1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 17 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 325 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 1992 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Concerto | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
