1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 37 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, 2010 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Audi A1.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
