1952 Austin Princess vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1973 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, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Princess | Luce |
Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |