1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
