1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1967 Mini MK I
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK I 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 36 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 Mini MK I. 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 (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1967 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Luce | MK I |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
