1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | A 112 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
