1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 41 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ascari |
| Model | Luce | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2636 mm |
