1971 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 39 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Toyota Prius, 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 818 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 818 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
