1966 Audi Variant vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1966 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Variant | 818 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
