1985 Mazda 121 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 121 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 121 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1138 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
