1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 195 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
