1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 121 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
