1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo 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 1,893 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 320 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 Bravo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Bravo | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
