1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | A |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
