2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
