1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, both 1979 Mazda 121 and 1979 Triumph Spitfire were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | 121 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 99 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |