1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
