1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 314 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
