1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 33 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), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 261 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 121 | 118 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |