1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Mazda 121
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1993 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | 121 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
