1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 225 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Luce | Minor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
