1998 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 121 would be higher. Both 1998 Mazda 121 and 2010 Fiat Panda are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 121 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 1998 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 121 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 121 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
