1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 262 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
