2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio 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, 2002 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 126 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | 121 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
