1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 25 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
