1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 405 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
