1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 24 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 121 | GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
