1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 127 | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 127 | 929 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |