1973 Mazda 818 vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Mazda 818 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 818 (68 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818.
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, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 818 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
