1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 120 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 1966 Volvo 120 (145 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1966 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | AZ-1 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
