1975 Fiat 133 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1975 Fiat 133 is newer by 5 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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 (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
