1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 718 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
