1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (58 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 129 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 121 | A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
