2000 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 26 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 121 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
