1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1977 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, 1963 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
