2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 25 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), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 525 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
