2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (56 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Mazda 323 (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
