1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
