1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1979 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
