1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 328 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 850 | Luce |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |