1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | 818 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
