2005 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 818 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 818 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |