1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 323 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
