1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce 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 7 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
