1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce 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 29 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | Luce | 1500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |