1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 38 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Fiat Idea.
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, 2011 Fiat Idea, 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, 2011 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 929 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
