1981 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 929 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2301 mm |
