1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 BMW 120

To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 306 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Mazda 121 2010 BMW 120
Make Mazda BMW
Model 121 120
Year Released 1979 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2670 mm


 

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