1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 8 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 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Uno (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
