1974 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, both 1974 Autobianchi A 112 and 1974 Mazda 929 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi A 112 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | A 112 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
