1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
