1971 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 37 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 818 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 429 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, 2008 Nissan Note, 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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 818 | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Note |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
