1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
