1955 Ford Anglia vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Anglia | Luce |
Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |