1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 203 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
