1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Panda | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 323 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
