1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Mazda 818 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | 818 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |