1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
