2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 27 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
