2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 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 |
