2001 Honda City vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
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, 2001 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | City | 121 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |