1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1982 Fiat Abarth is newer by 3 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), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Abarth weights approximately 6 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Abarth | 121 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
