1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 43 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2330 mm |
