1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2590 mm |
