1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
