1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | 323 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |