1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 121 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
