1975 Audi 80 vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,615 cc (2 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Mazda 121 (165 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
