1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 414 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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 818 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
