2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
