1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Agila (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 818 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
