1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
