1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
