1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 456 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.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon, 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 818 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
