1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 929 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
