1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Luce | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1747 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
