1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 121 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
