2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
