1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 42 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | iQ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2000 mm |
