2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 26 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
