1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 106 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 106. 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 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1999 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 106 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 954 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
