2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 121 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
