2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 85 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 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
