2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
