1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Luce | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1368 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
