1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
