1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 15 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata. 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 (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
