1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 40 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Luce | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
