1981 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
