1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 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 Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Grand Break | Luce |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |