1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | Luce |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
