1977 Mazda 818 vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1977 Mazda 818 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 818 | 1966 Renault 10 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 818 | 10 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2280 mm |