1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Luce | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
