2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
