1974 Mazda 818 vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1974 Mazda 818 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 818 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 1974 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 818 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2070 mm |
