1971 Mazda 818 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 818 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 818 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 818 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 818 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1810 mm |
