1975 Audi 50 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 50 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
