2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
