2009 Honda Fit vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 391 kg more than 1975 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
