1956 Austin Princess vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 929 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2590 mm |
