1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB3 | 121 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |