1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 132 kg more than 1984 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
