1954 Austin Princess vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1970 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 Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Princess | Luce |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |