1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo is newer by 37 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 1 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 818 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2010 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2010 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 818 | 2010 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 818 | Aygo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |