1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 929 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Mazda | Ascari |
Model | 929 | A10 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2636 mm |