1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6.
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, 1971 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 121 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
