1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 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, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Luce | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1107 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
