2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
