1971 Mazda 818 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 33 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 1971 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda 818 | 2004 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 818 | Agila |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |