2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | DrifterX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
