1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 101 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 121 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
