1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 108 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 818 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
