2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | Luce |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |