1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
