1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 145 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1200 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | Luce |
Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |