1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1972 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 135 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
