1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
