1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
