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Mazda 323 III (BF) 1.5 (75 Hp)
Mazda 323:
The Mazda Familia , also marketed prominently as the Mazda 323, Mazda Protegé and Mazda Allegro, is a small family car that was manufactured by Mazda between 1963 and 2003. The Familia line was replaced by the Mazda3/Axela for 2004.
It was marketed as the Familia in Japan, which means "family" in Latin. For export, earlier models were sold with nameplates including: "800", "1000", "1200", and "1300". In North America, the 1200 was replaced by the Mazda GLC, with newer models becoming "323" and "Protegé". In Europe, all Familias sold after 1977 were called "323"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (BF) Overview:
Mazda 323 (III (BF)). It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (60 hp), ideal for city commuting.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 2.5/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (BD): 1982 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mazda |
| Model: | 323 |
| Generation: | III (BF) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 50.3 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Engine Model/Code: | E5 More details about the engine E5 |
| Engine displacement: | 1490 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 l |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 155/80 R13 82S |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13 ET45 |
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