1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
