1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 418 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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, 1973 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 818 | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
