1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
