1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
