1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
