1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Maserati Shamal is newer by 13 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 186 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Shamal | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Shamal | 121 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |