2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 28 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 596 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GranSport | 121 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
