1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 1981 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Mazda 121. 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 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | 121 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |