1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Luce | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2301 mm |
