1957 Ford 12 M vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 12 M | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 12 M | 818 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
