2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 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 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
