1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 121 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
