1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 14 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
