1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1984 Ford Fiesta and 2002 Mazda 323 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 323 (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 323 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda 323 (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |
