1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | Luce | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |