1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 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 19 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 818 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 818 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1810 mm |
