1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 125 weights approximately 110 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, 1970 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 125 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 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 | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
