1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | 929 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |