1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1975 Audi Fox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Fox (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi Fox weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1975 Audi Fox (163 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 1975 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 818 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
