2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
