2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 272 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cee'd | 121 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
