1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 929 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
