1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 90 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, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 323 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 940 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 |
