2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1983 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 Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
