1963 Holden EJ vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ.
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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EJ | 121 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
