1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 348 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 323 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
