1967 Mazda Luce vs. 1965 MG 1100
To start off, 1967 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1965 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Luce weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Luce | 1965 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Luce | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
