2001 Audi A2 vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A2 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
