1997 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 26 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Ulysse (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Fiat Ulysse (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Ulysse | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
