2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
