Mazda 121 1996 1.3i
Mazda 121 1996 1.3 petrol description
Hatchback Mazda 121 1996 1.3i has been produced from January, 1996 to December, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 60 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 103 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mazda 121 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.
Mazda 121 1996 1.3i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 121 1996 1.3i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 155 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda 121 1996 1.3i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7 litres per 100km (14.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mazda 121 1996 - 2002 versions, city fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 42 litres or 11.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.

Mazda 121 1996 1.3i technical data
Model: | Mazda 121 1.3i | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1996. January ... 2002. December | ||
Engine: | 1299 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 162 g/km |
Power: | 60 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 103 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 155 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 5.8 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 42 litres (11.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.83m (length) 1.63m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 9.9 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 250 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1460 kg |
Mazda 121 1996 1.3i engine B3
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1323 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 8.9 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | no data |
Mazda 121 1996 1.3i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
Power | 55 - 65 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 - 105 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1987 |
Duration of production | 18 years |
Engine also used on | Mazda Demio |
Most often compared to
All Mazda 121 hatchback [1996 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda 121 1996 1.25i
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 12.7 seconds |
1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 121 1996 1.25i
Most powerfull petrol version (75 HP) |
1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic |
Mazda 121 1996 1.3
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.3 Petrol | 50 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Mazda 121 1996 1.3i | 1.3 Petrol | 60 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 121 1996 1.8 D Apr 1996 — Dec 2002 | 1.8 Diesel | 60 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |