1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno 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 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
