1992 Lancia Hyena vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1992 Lancia Hyena and 1992 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Hyena weights approximately 328 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Hyena | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Hyena | 121 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
