1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 180 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 Fiat Regata (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
