1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
