1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
