1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2100 | 323 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |