2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 27 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 390 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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Rezzo | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
