1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Mazda RX-01 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 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 109 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 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
