2004 Fiat Multipla vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Fiat Multipla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
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, 2004 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Multipla | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Multipla | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
