1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 33 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 224 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 929 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |
