1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1984 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
