1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
