1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1100 | Luce |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |