2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1993 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1993 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
