1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Fulvia | 818 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
