2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | Luce |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |