1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | 929 | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2301 mm |