1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Mazda 323 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Mazda 323.
Because 1951 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1992 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
