1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
