2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 74 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
