1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Barchetta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
