2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 31 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 205 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, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 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 |
