2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
