2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
