1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
