1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
