1957 Austin Princess vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin Princess 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121, 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Princess | 121 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2460 mm |