1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Because 1978 Mazda 121 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Concerto | 121 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |