1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 585 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
