1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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, 1967 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 818 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
