1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
