1977 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Because 1977 Mazda 121 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 1977 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam, 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, 1977 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 121 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
