2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 6 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Albea (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Albea | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
