1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
