1954 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 1973 Mazda 818 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 818 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | 818 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |