1963 Ford Consul vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 368 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | Luce |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |