2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S-MX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
