1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 121 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
