2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Multipla | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
