1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 152 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 323 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
