1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 86 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2489 mm |
