2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 1975 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | DrifterX | Centura |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
