1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1979 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 121 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
