2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | DrifterX | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
