1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Fellow | 929 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |