1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2489 mm |
