1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
