1993 Mazda 121 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 119 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 121, 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda 121 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 121 | Victor |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |