1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 14 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
