1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 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 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 323 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
