1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Strada (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat Strada (91 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 323 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
