1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 26 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, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 818 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
