1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1983 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
