2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
