1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 1 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 47 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
