2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
