1968 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
