2000 Mazda 323 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 323 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 323 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
