1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka.
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 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 121 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 121 | Ka |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |