1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
