1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 160 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, 1965 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | Luce |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |