1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Audi A3 (136 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
