1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda 323 (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
