1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1957 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Sport (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1957 Talbot Sport.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1957 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 121 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
