2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1074 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 |
