1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD 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 30 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 1952 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Luce | TD |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
