1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Campagnola | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
