2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1978 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
