1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 62 kg more than 1980 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
