2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
