2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 24 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 115 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 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 |
