1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 323 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |