2001 Honda Stream vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream, 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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
