1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 65 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, 1971 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 160 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
