1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 476 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 818 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 818 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |