1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 458 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, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Grand Break | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Break | 323 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
