1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Barchetta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
