Mazda Protege Hatchback 1.8 i (135 Hp)
Mazda Protege:
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)
Hatchback Overview:
Mazda Protege (Hatchback). With 157 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1323 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (97 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | Protege |
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| Generation: | Hatchback |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i (135 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1994 |
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| End of production: | 1998 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 7000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 73.2 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 157 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | BP-ZE |
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| Engine displacement: | 1845 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.8 kg/Hp, 102 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1323 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4035 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1695 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1170 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2505 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1460 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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