2004 Honda City vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 31 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 60 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, 2004 Honda City, 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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda City | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | City | 818 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
