1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
