1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 406 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
