2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
