2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 70 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
