2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 644 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Berlina | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Berlina | 818 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |