2009 Honda Fit vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1074 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 |
