1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 16 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 296 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 880 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
