1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 35 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 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Renault Twingo. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
