1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 121 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
