2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
