2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
