1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1974 Mazda 818 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Fulvia | 818 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2320 mm |
