1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Fiat Vivace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
