2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 317 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Stilo | 323 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |