1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | Dino | 121 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |