2003 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
