2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 41 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |