1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 929 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2620 mm |