1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 929 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
