1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 124 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 124 | 929 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |