1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1995 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 323 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 323 (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1995 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
