1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | 818 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |