1997 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,595 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 121 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 121 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 121 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
