1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 125 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 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, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 125 | 323 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |