1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
