1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 1985 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 121 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
