1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
