1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
