2003 Mazda 3 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 3 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Record |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
