1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | Luce |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |