2000 Honda HR-V vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 118 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
