1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
