2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1987 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
