2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
