1956 Ford Popular vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | Luce |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |