2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
