1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | A |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |
