1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1970 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, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
