1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
