2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
