1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | Luce | Panda |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |