2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 818 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, 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, 1974 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 818 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
