1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mazda 929 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 1981 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
