1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Luce | Panda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
