1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 13 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra 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, 1991 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1991 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 818 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
