2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 23 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda 121 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 1979 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Seicento | 121 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
