1981 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 121 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |