2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 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 Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
