2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |