1960 Ford Popular vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Popular | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1060 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
