1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
