1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 121 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
