1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
