1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 388 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 323 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
