1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 929 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
