1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
