2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 990 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
