1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | 929 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |