1999 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1999 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
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, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 323 | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
