1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Mazda 121 and 1999 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (130 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 314 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 121 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mazda | Saab |
Model | 121 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |