1958 Jaguar XK vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1978 Mazda 121 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 346 kg more than 1978 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | 121 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
