2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 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 Siena (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Siena | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
