1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 37 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 160 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, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 818 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2469 mm |
