2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
