1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 121 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2000 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 121 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
