1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Bel Air | 323 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |