1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 39 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Citi |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |