1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | 929 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |