1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Fiat 126 and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat 126 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 126 | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |