1999 Kia Joice vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice, 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Joice | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Joice | 818 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |