1993 Mazda 121 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 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, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 121 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 121 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
