1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 125 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 125 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
