2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | 323 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |