1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Punto and 1999 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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, 1999 Mazda 323 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1999 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | 323 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |