2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
