2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323.
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, 1990 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
