1960 Ferrari 850 vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1978 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 850 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 850.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 850 | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 850 | 121 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1110 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |