2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
