1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1977 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1977 Mini MK IV is newer by 6 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 26 more horse power than 1977 Mini MK IV. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1977 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 505 kg more than 1977 Mini MK IV. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mini MK IV. (76 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 1977 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Luce | MK IV |
Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |