1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 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 26 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
