1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 102 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 323 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
