1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. Both 1998 Citroen Saxo and 1972 Mazda 818 are equipped with a 1,586 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Saxo | 818 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
