1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
