1978 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1300. 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, 1978 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 121 | 1979 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Mazda | Zastava |
Model | 121 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |