2009 Honda Insight vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 32 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 276 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, 2009 Honda Insight, 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 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Insight | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
