2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
