1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia

To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 32 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.

Because 1979 Mazda 121 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Mazda 121 2011 Daihatsu Materia
Make Mazda Daihatsu
Model 121 Materia
Year Released 1979 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 91.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2560 mm


 

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